Healing with Inclusive Community w/ Angel Austin (SSFB)

In this week’s episode of the Fat Positive Everything podcast, host Kayla Stansberry, a licensed clinical professional counselor and certified intuitive eating counselor, delves into a crucial discussion on fat liberation and disability inclusion with Angel Austin, the owner of Sacred Space for Fat Bodies. They explore topics such as regressions in the fat liberation movement, its intersections with disability, and the necessity of mutual aid. Both share their personal experiences, emphasizing individual and community efforts in creating inclusive spaces, addressing systemic oppression, and fostering collective healing. The conversation also touches on the importance of finding purpose, joy, and rest amidst advocacy and struggle.00:00 Introduction to the Fat Positive Everything Podcast00:32 Guest Introduction: Angel Austin0:47 Intersectional Identities and Personal Introductions02:18 Angel’s Journey and Sacred Space for Fat Bodies03:23 Challenges and Pivots During COVID-1905:05 Advocacy and Education Initiatives05:57 Intersectionality in Fat Liberation06:49 Regressions in Social Movements10:34 The Role of Disability in Advocacy20:54 Call to Action: Creating Inclusive Spaces28:30 The Power of Small Contributions29:43 Understanding Individualism and Healing30:28 Building Community and Fighting Oppression41:12 The Importance of Rest and Purpose48:12 Navigating Personal Challenges49:32 Final Thoughts and Future PlansSSFFB Website Angel Austin InstagramSSFB DonationsResources Mentioned! Imani BarBarinSami Schalk- Black Disability Politics What it Takes to Heal by Prentis Hemphill Get full access to Fat Positive Therapist (Kayla) at kaylastansberry.substack.com/subscribe